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Staples is business to business. You’re what binds us together. 

Our eCommerce team strives to showcase Staples’ value proposition and experience to customers through digital vehicles, including SEO, paid search, display affiliates, paid social media and more. We utilize online merchandising and campaigns executed by both humans and automated tools to convert new and returning website visitors into customers. Our team also ensures that our mobile and desktop websites and apps are easy to use, delivering the digital experience that our customers expect. At the same time, our teams focus on building and executing a strong innovation pipeline for the future. We work end-to-end with our sales, merchandising, finance, logistics and technology teams to provide a world-class, holistic digital experience, growing profitable results in a fun and rewarding work environment.

The Emerging Accounts Specialist (EAS) serves as SMN’s account representative for longtail vendor and agency partners. You will own a portfolio of emerging accounts, prospect and qualify new opportunities at scale, and collaborate across media planning, account management, ad operations, and Merchandising to activate campaigns and drive incremental revenue. Success in this role requires strong client services, data-driven media planning, and the ability to balance vendor-funded programs with Staples-first business priorities to deliver an innovative, best-in-class customer experience

What you’ll be doing: 

• Account portfolio management: Manage and grow a portfolio of longtail vendor and agency accounts; build trust, deliver value, and deepen multi-threaded relationships.
• Pipeline generation: Prospect, qualify, and nurture leads at scale; convert prospects to opportunities and move deals through defined SMN sales stages.
• Campaign activation: Partner with self-service tech/platform providers and Ad Ops to troubleshoot, activate, and monitor campaigns; ensure insertion order and trafficking readiness and on-time launches.
• Cross-functional coordination: Collaborate with Media Managers/Planners, Account Managers, eCommerce Product Management, Merchandising, and Marketing to align plans with assortment changes, promotions, and brand priorities.
• Performance analytics & optimization: Use site analytics, testing, and reporting to evaluate campaign health; recommend optimizations that improve ROAS, CTR, conversion, and customer experience.
• Financial rigor: Maintain a pulse on financial reporting for assigned accounts; forecast, track actuals, identify revenue/margin gaps, and escalate risks/opportunities to leadership.
• Program/process stewardship: Evangelize SMN’s self-service platforms and operating playbooks; document repeatable processes and contribute to continuous improvement.
• Communications: Develop clear, impactful updates (weekly pipeline summaries, monthly vendor/agency readouts, and quarterly business reviews) highlighting progress, insights, and next steps.
• Opportunity identification: Proactively surface incremental opportunities, pilots, and innovation themes that can scale SMN’s longtail business.

What you bring to the table: 

• Structured strategic thinking, strong analytical problem solving, and a passion for new ideas.
• Executive ready interpersonal and presentation skills; ability to persuasively connect insights to recommendations.
• Proactive, self-motivated work style with broad collaboration skills and a flexible, positive attitude.
• Calm under changing priorities; disciplined follow through and strong execution.

What’s needed- Basic Qualifications: 

• BA/BS degree or equivalent combination of training and experience in Business, Marketing, Communications, Analytics, or related field or equivalent work experience.
• 3+ years of progressively complex experience in one or more: ecommerce, digital advertising/retail media, media planning, account management, sales development/SDR, client services, or ad operations
• 3+ years managing client relationships and delivering against revenue or pipeline targets in ecommerce, digital advertising, or media sales.
• Demonstrated lead prospecting & qualification at scale (e.g., consistent weekly outreach cadence and conversion from MQL to SQL/opportunity).
• Familiarity with retail media networks, and firm grasp of current Adtech/Martech landscape.
• MS Office Suite proficiency; excellent Excel and PowerPoint skills.
• Proven ability to activate and monitor campaigns end to end in collaboration with Ad Ops/tech partners; experience troubleshooting to resolution.
• Data fluency: Ability to interpret site analytics and performance dashboards; translate insights into optimizations and next steps.
• Presentation excellence: Experience delivering structured performance readouts (monthly/quarterly) to clients and management.
• Project execution: Track record of managing multiple concurrent projects to on time delivery with documented outcomes.
• Business acumen: Understanding of merchandising sales and margin objectives and how media programs can support them.
• Tools: Proficiency with standard productivity, CRM, and analytics/reporting tools (e.g., spreadsheets with pivot tables; dashboards).

What’s needed- Preferred Qualifications: 

• 3–5 years in retail media, digital media sales, or agency/vendor management with quantifiable growth outcomes.
• Hands on experience with self-service advertising platforms and campaign trafficking; familiarity with insertion orders and flighting.
• Experience collaborating across Product Management, Merchandising, and Marketing to align media plans with assortment/promotions and site experiences.
• Experience contributing to forecasting and financial reporting (pipeline, bookings, revenue, margin) for assigned accounts.
• Demonstrated history of test and learn optimization (A/B or multivariate testing) that improved customer experience or performance KPIs.

We Offer:

• Inclusive culture with associate-led Business Resource Groups
• 22 days of PTO and Holiday Schedule (7 observed paid holidays + 1 floating holiday)
• Online and Retail Discounts, Company Match 401(k), Physical and Mental Health Wellness programs, and more!

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

The salary range represents the expected compensation for this role at the time of posting. The specific base pay may be influenced by a variety of factors to include the candidate's experience, skill set, education, geography, business considerations, and internal equity. In addition to base pay, this role may be eligible for bonuses, or other forms of variable compensation.

About the Opportunity

KiwiLabs Pickleball is looking for a Co-Founder / Operating Partner to help lead the next phase of growth for a rapidly emerging pickleball brand.

KiwiLabs was founded in Michigan and has spent the past two years developing premium pickleball paddles using advanced carbon fiber technology. Our mission is simple: create the best paddles at every price point so more people can play more pickleball.

We currently have multiple tournament-approved paddles on the market, an established e-commerce presence, and a growing community of players and ambassadors. The brand has strong momentum and product innovation, and we’re now looking for the right person to help scale the business.

This role is ideal for someone who wants the opportunity to help build and operate a brand in the fastest-growing sport in America.

About the Role

We are looking for an entrepreneurial operator who can take ownership of the day-to-day growth and operations of the company.

This role is structured as an equity-based partnership, with the opportunity to earn meaningful ownership in the business while helping scale KiwiLabs nationally.

You will work directly with the founder to grow the brand, expand sales channels, and build a passionate pickleball community.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day operations of the KiwiLabs brand

• Manage and grow the Shopify e-commerce store

• Execute marketing campaigns and product launches

• Develop ambassador and influencer partnerships

• Build relationships with pickleball clubs, retailers, and tournaments

• Coordinate inventory planning and product releases

• Help scale sales across direct-to-consumer and retail channels

• Work with the founder on long-term strategy and brand growth

What We’re Looking For

The ideal candidate is:

• Entrepreneurial and self-motivated

• Passionate about pickleball or racquet sports

• Experienced in e-commerce, marketing, or brand building

• Comfortable wearing many hats in a growing company

• Excited by the opportunity to build something meaningful from the ground up

Experience in any of the following is a plus:

• Shopify / e-commerce operations

• Digital marketing and paid ads

• Influencer or ambassador programs

• Sporting goods or consumer product brands

• Content creation or social media growth

Compensation

This role is structured as an equity partnership, allowing the right person to earn meaningful ownership in the company as they help grow the brand.

Equity structure and vesting will be discussed with qualified candidates.

Location

Remote friendly.

Michigan-based candidates are a plus but not required.

About KiwiLabs Pickleball

KiwiLabs Pickleball is an emerging paddle brand based in Grand Rapids, Michigan — home to one of the largest pickleball communities in the United States.

Over the past two years, KiwiLabs has focused on developing high-performance paddles using advanced carbon fiber technologies and modern construction techniques. The company currently has six paddles approved on the USA Pickleball equipment list, with products designed to serve players across multiple skill levels and play styles.

In 2026, KiwiLabs introduced a brand new paddle built using a full foam construction, leveraging new materials and manufacturing technology to deliver a unique combination of feel, power, and control. This approach represents a new direction in paddle design and positions KiwiLabs as a brand focused on innovation and pushing the boundaries of paddle technology.

• As the sport continues to grow rapidly across the United States, KiwiLabs aims to build a brand that blends product innovation, strong community connection, and accessible performance for everyday players.

$16.50 / hour

Safety is a top priority here at Carowinds, and our Safety team is full of professional and compassionate individuals dedicated to caring for others. Carowinds is looking for EMTs to provide emergency and non-emergency care to all of our Guests and associates. As part of this team, you'll staff the park's First Aid office and respond to medical calls on property. You'll also:

• Provides basic clinical, life support and/or emergency care to guests and associates including wound care, removing splinters, dispensing over-the-counter medications and patient assessments.
• Processes and completes departmental paperwork thoroughly, accurately and legibly as well as maintains high degree of confidentiality.
• Maintains all first aid facilities, vehicles, and equipment in a clean and sanitary condition. Performs cleaning duties according to OSHA and Park Blood-Borne Pathogen Requirements.
• Performs and interprets pre-employment urine drug screens. Collects and processes urine specimens for post-incident, reasonable cause and random drug screens.
• Assists with weekly, monthly, quarterly safety inspections and immediately reports hazardous conditions. Documents findings as directed.
• Assists First Aid Supervisor in random skills testing and auditing throughout the season.

Some of our amazing perks and benefits:

• FREE admission to Carowinds and other parks!
• FREE tickets for friends and family!
• 10% discounts on food and 20% discounts on merchandise!
• Work with people from here, near, and from all over the world!
• Exclusive associate-only events!

Apply now if you're looking for a rewarding job that's also FUN! Carowinds offers convenient hours for  anyone seeking an awesome part-time opportunity. Our jobs can lead to a successful future by developing resume-building skills as well as gaining knowledge through training and work experience.

Positions are currently available for those who are 18 or older

We are here to make people happy!! Carowinds associates are enthusiastic about their work because they create fun and memories to last lifetime! They are crucial to providing guests with a variety of engaging activities that reflect and uphold our core values of Integrity, Courtesy, and Inclusiveness.

• Must possess valid NC, SC or NR EMT Certification (EMT-B, EMT-I, EMT-P). SC and NR EMT's must obtain NC EMT
• Certification within 90 days of employment.
• Must possess a current American Heart Association CPR Healthcare Provider or MEDIC/ Mecklenburg County Focused CPR Certification
• Must possess a valid and current Driver's License.
• Ability to demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Ability to recognize problems and propose solutions.
• Ability to exercise good judgment regardless of circumstance.
• Ability to work nights, weekends and holiday periods to meet business needs.
• Ability to pass a mandatory (or random) drug test, per Company policy, unless prohibited by state or provincial law.
• Ability to pass a background check, if 18 years of age or older, which may include, but is not limited to, credit, criminal, DMV, previous employment, education and personal references, per Company policy, unless prohibited by federal, state, or provincial law.

Emerge is currently recruiting qualified candidates for a direct hire Quality Engineer job in Winsted, CT for our client, a growing manufacturer of machined aerospace and industrial products. This role is pivotal in ensuring product quality from purchase order through to shipping, working closely with the Quality Manager and the inspection team on the production floor. Our client offers a base salary of $80,000 to $90,000 per year plus 5% Bonus and an excellent benefits package that starts on day one!

Responsibilities for the Quality Engineer/Manufacturing job in Winsted, CT include:

• Develop and implement inspection, testing, and evaluation standards.
• Communicate customer purchase order requirements to internal and external supply chains.
• Manage methods for disposing of discrepant materials, including cost assessment and responsibility allocation.
• Lead inspection, measurement, and testing activities, compiling data on product quality and reliability.
• Prepare and submit process approval requests and first article data.
• Interface with customers and suppliers regarding specifications, issues, and non-conforming materials.
• Respond to customer corrective actions and issue corrective actions to suppliers as needed.
• Conduct various audit functions and ensure compliance with AS9100 standards.
• Review customer purchase orders, specifications, and drawings.
• Support manufacturing cells on the shop floor as required.
• Maintain area records and procedures in line with AS9100 standards.
• Review and update internal work instructions.
• Actively promote and comply with EHS programs and policies.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar program.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in manufacturing quality.
• Aerospace/AS9100 manufacturing experience is a plus.
• Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification is a plus.

If you meet the qualifications for this Quality Engineer position in Winsted, CT, please apply now. We appreciate your interest and will contact qualified candidates promptly.

About Emerge: Emerge is a global talent solutions provider, partnering with clients worldwide to deliver managed sales, marketing, and business operations solutions. Our mission is to drive your success with efficient, measurable results, serving as an extension of your existing operations.

Job Description

Senior Graphic Designer

Location: Jersey City, NJ (Hybrid)

Our client is a mission-driven, consumer-facing apparel brand inspired by a relaxed, coastal lifestyle. The company is known for its thoughtful design, strong visual identity, and commitment to sustainability. The brand has expanded beyond its original product focus into versatile, year-round essentials and places a high value on craftsmanship, storytelling, and customer connection.

The team operates in a collaborative, fast-paced environment where creativity, ownership, and cross-functional partnership are core to how work gets done.

About The Role

The Senior Graphic Designer is responsible for shaping and maintaining the brand’s visual identity across all customer touchpoints. This role leads creative concepting and execution for integrated digital, print, and wholesale assets, while ensuring consistency in aesthetic, tone, and storytelling.

This is a senior-level, hands-on design role that partners closely with marketing, ecommerce, production, and external creative partners. The ideal candidate is a strong visual storyteller with excellent technical design skills, a sharp eye for detail, and comfort operating in a fast-moving, collaborative environment.

Reports to: Executive Leadership

Manages: Freelance Graphic Designer and Freelance Copywriter

Key Responsibilities

• Brand & Creative Development
• Lead creative concepting and execution for integrated brand assets across digital, print, ecommerce, and wholesale channels
• Ensure consistency in brand aesthetic, tone of voice, and lifestyle storytelling
• Translate strategic direction into compelling, on-brand creative concepts
• Digital & Ecommerce Design
• Partner with the ecommerce team on UI/UX design initiatives
• Design assets for site, email, and digital marketing channels that drive engagement and performance
• Campaign & Seasonal Work
• Develop creative concepts aligned with seasonal messaging and business priorities
• Support channel owners with design solutions that meet commercial and brand objectives
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Work closely with marketing to deliver brand-building and traffic-driving creative
• Partner with production teams on photoshoots, including pre-production planning and asset execution
• Collaborate with external creative agencies to ensure alignment and quality of output
• Team & Process Leadership
• Manage and provide direction to freelance creative partners
• Oversee timelines, workflows, and asset delivery to ensure deadlines are met
• Maintain strong organizational and time management practices across projects

What Success Looks Like

• Acts as a strong brand interpreter with commercial awareness
• Delivers senior-level creative execution across channels
• Demonstrates excellent cross-functional collaboration and time management
• Balances creative innovation with business objectives

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 4+ years of relevant design experience
• Passion for graphic design, typography, motion, photography, video, illustration, and emerging creative trends
• Proven experience developing and executing integrated marketing campaigns
• 2+ years of experience leading or managing another designer
• Strong conceptual thinking and visual storytelling skills
• Exceptional organization, communication, and presentation abilities
• Expert proficiency in Figma, Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign

What We Offer

• Hybrid work environment (3 days in office)
• Competitive compensation
• Health and dental benefits
• 401(k) with employer match
• Commuter benefits
• Career growth opportunities
• 20 days of PTO annually
• Company holidays plus floating holidays

Work Environment

This role is primarily office-based with extended periods of computer work. Occasional movement, lifting of light materials, and collaboration across teams is required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform essential job functions.

Salary Range: $90K-$100K

This range represents the good-faith estimate of the pay the employer reasonably expects to offer upon hire, based on the role’s responsibilities, required experience, location, and internal equity.

This position may be eligible for equity awards, profit sharing, or other forms of non-cash compensation not included in the posted pay range and, where applicable, will be discussed during the interview or offer process.

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About Means Engineering, Inc.

Means Engineering, Inc., headquartered in Carlsbad, CA, delivers innovative solutions across the medical, industrial, semiconductor, and military sectors.  We combine deep expertise in product development with a relentless commitment to design, function, and quality.

Our team is guided by our core values — Passion, Integrity, Innovation, Quality, and Ethics — ensuring every project meets the highest standards. Join us and be part of a company that values craftsmanship, collaboration, and excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform advanced-level setup and operation of milling, turning, and grinding machines.
• Troubleshoot and resolve machining issues quickly and effectively.
• Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and job specifications.
• Execute high-precision benchwork and layout activities.
• Edit CNC setup sheets; suggest and implement programming or process improvements.
• Inspect parts to ensure conformance to quality standards and specifications.
• Accurately document work in the ERP system, including job status, time tracking, and nonconformance reports.
• Collaborate with Process Engineering on new product introduction (NPI) and continuous improvement projects.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment; follow all company policies and safety

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 7 years of related machining experience.
• Strong English communication skills – able to understand verbal and written instructions, collaborate with team members, and actively participate in meetings and training.
• Math proficiency in algebra, geometry, and trigonometry.
• Exceptional measurement skills with the ability to work within tight tolerances.
• Expertise in reading and interpreting technical drawings, specifications, and quality standards.
• Ability to document quality control requirements clearly and accurately.
• Solid understanding of tooling, equipment safety, and machining best practices.
• A proactive mindset for addressing non-conforming operations and producing accurate, high-quality parts within deadlines.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively, with experience mentoring junior team members

Overview:

As a Product Owner in Affinity Solutions Technology (AST) you will lead a cross-functional agile team implementing technology solutions for Securian's Affinity Solutions and Securian Canada markets. AST teams demonstrate passion for delivering innovative solutions for clients, customers, and internal partners, driven by creative problem-solving skills, strong collaboration, and analytical abilities.

You need to be passionate about delivering business value through technology while remaining flexible to adapt to evolving and emerging needs. You will partner with stakeholders to define your team's strategy and roadmap, owning your team's prioritization and delivery. You will work closely with your team, other Product Owners, business stakeholders, engineering leaders, and technology partners to deliver solutions using a blend of methodologies.

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Partners with the business to build trust and translate operations, customer needs, and technology into impactful digital solutions-resolving trade-offs, managing risks and dependencies, creating and driving product roadmaps with a focus on measurable outcomes, and communicating transparently.

• Maintains a backlog to prioritize work/stories for the team by synthesizing all relevant data, research and any other available information.

• Engages stakeholders through ongoing collaboration to understand evolving customer needs, advocate for the business, and share insights with teams to drive alignment and optimal outcomes.

• Leverages emerging best practices and market trends to drive operational efficiencies and align technology strategies with business goals.

• Uses all available resources (e.g., analytics, reporting, surveys, ethnographic research, qualitative data, usability testing) to understand product performance and customer satisfaction.

• Effectively communicates product value through storytelling, connecting to business/customer impact and engages stakeholders in strategic decisions to optimize outcomes.

• Cross functional understanding of how their work integrates with other business workstreams and initiatives.

• Understands how to leverage team effectiveness metrics (e.g., velocity/cycle time) to drive value.

• Contributes to strategic product decisions by incorporating total cost of ownership and providing input into operating budget planning.

• Participates in governance meetings and communicates technical and business product status and progress with senior leaders.

• Creates product delivery commitments such as service level agreements and BCM plans to support resiliency requirements.

• Engages in product discovery efforts to identify strategic opportunities.

• Proactively develops and demonstrates advanced knowledge of and experience with the technical product(s) and is conversant in the product architecture to drive growth and improve customer experience.

• Directly responsible for implementation, configuration, and/or continuous improvement of a technical product based on value

• Anticipates and identifies new product opportunities to drive value. Provides input and leads the design of meaningful tests and learning opportunities.

• Ensures project delivery is in conformance with company methodologies and standards; leads and provides guidance for project management for initiatives, ensuring business objectives are met and business benefits are delivered.

Qualifications:

• Working knowledge of agile practices. Understands the fundamentals of iterative development, incremental delivery, backlog management, burndown metrics, velocity, and task definition.

• Leadership skills to gain credibility, garner respect, guide the creation of a self-organizing team, being assertive with business priorities and opposing viewpoints while adhering to agile concepts and principles.

• Ability to influence teams to deliver great customer experience without direct authority.

• Working knowledge of Product Management practices.

• Strong communication, facilitation, and interpersonal skills to engage agile team and stakeholders, facilitate discussions, negotiate, and resolve conflict.

• Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills, creative problem-solving skills, and attention to detail.

• Ability to work with minimal direction, flexibility to adapt to shifting priorities and schedules, handle multiple issues simultaneously, and manage stressful situations for self and team.

• Strong knowledge of technology and architectural principles to drive implementation of scalable, maintainable, and resilient solutions.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proven track record as a Product Owner or individual contributor responsible for value and viability of technology solutions.

• Proven track record working in an agile environment while delivering results based on effective prioritization.

• Experience with stakeholder management and collaboration.

• Ability to quickly learn new domains and adapt to changing business needs.

• Knowledge of product and project and portfolio management best practices.

• Ability to communicate effectively with diverse audiences including executives, customers, and technical teams.

• Experience identifying critical emerging business needs and service challenges and ability to quickly and effectively shift/coordinate resources to deliver immediate impact.

• Proven ability to engage with both individual contributors and leaders of the highest levels in constructive and collaborative relationships.

• Demonstrated results of gaining credibility, gaining respect and building trust, guiding the creation of self-organizing teams and being assertive with business priorities and opposing viewpoints while adhering to agile concepts and principles.

#LI-hybrid **This position will be in a hybrid working arrangement.**

Securian Financial believes in hybrid work as an integral part of our culture. Associates get the benefit of working both virtually and in our offices. If you're in a commutable distance (90 minutes), you'll join us 3 days each week in our offices to collaborate and build relationships. Our policy allows flexibility for the reality of business and personal schedules.

The estimated base pay range for this job is:

Pay may vary depending on job-related factors and individual experience, skills, knowledge, etc. More information on base pay and incentive pay (if applicable) can be discussed with a member of the Securian Financial Talent Acquisition team.

Be you. With us. At Securian Financial, we understand that attracting top talent means offering more than just a job - it means providing a rewarding and fulfilling career. As a valued member of our high-performing team, we want you to connect with your work, your relationships and your community. Enjoy our comprehensive range of benefits designed to enhance your professional growth, well-being and work-life balance, including the advantages listed here:

Paid time off:

• We want you to take time off for what matters most to you. Our PTO program provides flexibility for associates to take meaningful time away from work to relax, recharge and spend time doing what's important to them. And Securian Financial rewards associates for their service by providing additional PTO the longer you stay at Securian.

• Leave programs: Securian's flexible leave programs allow time off from work for parental leave, caregiver leave for family members, bereavement and military leave.

• Holidays: Securian provides nine company paid holidays.

Company-funded pension plan and a 401(k) retirement plan: Share in the success of our company. Securian's 401(k) company contribution is tied to our performance up to 10 percent of eligible earnings, with a target of 5 percent. The amount is based on company results compared to goals related to earnings, sales and service.

Health insurance: From the first day of employment, associates and their eligible family members - including spouses, domestic partners and children - are eligible for medical, dental and vision coverage.

Volunteer time: We know the importance of community. Through company-sponsored events, volunteer paid time off, a dollar-for-dollar matching gift program and more, we encourage you to support organizations important to you.

Associate Resource Groups: Build connections, be yourself and develop meaningful relationships at work through associate-led ARGs. Dedicated groups focus on a variety of interests and affinities, including:

• Mental Wellness and Disability

• Pride at Securian Financial

• Securian Young Professionals Network

• Securian Multicultural Network

• Securian Women and Allies Network

• Servicemember Associate Resource Group

For more information regarding Securian's benefits, please review our Benefits page.

This information is not intended to explain all the provisions of coverage available under these plans. In all cases, the plan document dictates coverage and provisions.

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Prospect Construction is a Heavy Civil Contractor that specializes in water and wastewater treatment plants, hydraulic structures/facilities, shoring systems, large concrete tanks, pump stations/process facilities, dewatering, major excavations, structural steel, process equipment, and mechanical systems. Prospect began as a General Contractor in 1998, with our first office location in Puyallup Washington. Over the last few decades, Prospect has coupled its expertise in complex projects with its vast level of self-performance to grow into one of the premier treatment plant contractors in the West. This continued growth has allowed Prospect to bring our expertise into new geographical regions, with the establishment of our offices in Missoula, Montana and Sheridan, Wyoming.

Why do we exist? Prospect Construction seeks to glorify God by providing opportunities for our employees to utilize their unique gifts through construction to benefit and serve our families, stakeholders, and community. What do we do? We construct unique, complex, and challenging projects for our clients throughout the west.

Description Summary:

The Chief Heavy Civil Estimator is responsible for leading the company’s heavy civil estimating strategy, execution, and team development across all offices. This role will oversee a group of estimators operating from a centralized estimating location and will support bids for projects throughout the company’s footprint.

This position is a key leadership role in expanding the company’s heavy civil capabilities into new and existing markets including dams and water resource infrastructure, mass grading, mining support infrastructure, underground utilities, pipelines, and large-scale site development. The Chief Heavy Civil Estimator will produce accurate, complete, and competitive estimates and will build repeatable estimating systems that drive profitable growth.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities for Civil Estimator:

• Lead and manage a team of estimators responsible for heavy civil bids across all offices.
• Assign estimating responsibilities, coordinate workloads, and ensure bid schedules are met.
• Develop and mentor estimating staff through coaching, training, and performance feedback.
• Establish clear estimating workflows, standards, review processes, and deliverables.
• Lead preparation of competitive and complete estimates for heavy civil and large development pursuits.
• Perform detailed quantity takeoffs, pricing, labor and equipment productions, and bid-leveling.
• Develop pricing strategies and collaborate with leadership to determine bid markups, general conditions, contingency, and schedule impacts.
• Coordinate bid reviews and executive-level presentations prior to submission.
• Support expansion into new heavy civil markets and project types including:
• Dams / levees / water infrastructure
• Mass grading / earthwork
• Mining and mine infrastructure
• Wet and dry utilities
• Pipeline – Water/Sewer/Oil/Gas
• Large developments and site infrastructure
• Build estimating models, assemblies, means-and-methods assumptions, and productivity benchmarks for emerging work types.
• Identify equipment needs, subcontractor requirements, and labor production assumptions to support new civil capabilities.
• Ensure all estimates include complete scope coverage, clear assumptions, and appropriate risk allocation.
• Identify project risks and opportunities including logistics, access, production constraints, seasonal impacts, and design ambiguities.
• Support constructability reviews and sequencing concepts that align with execution strategies.
• Ensure the bid complies with owner requirements, bid forms, and proposal instructions.
• Solicit subcontractor pricing and scope input for specialty work (dewatering, drilling, blasting, shoring, etc.).
• Evaluate subcontractor quotes for completeness and accuracy; manage bid leveling and scope alignment.
• Assist in development of strategic partnerships for emerging markets and scopes.
• Maintain and improve a heavy civil cost database including labor, equipment, materials, trucking, and subcontractor benchmarks.
• Track estimate performance and contribute to lessons learned based on job cost results and field feedback.
• Coordinate with operations, project management, and field leadership to validate means/methods and production assumptions.
• Participate in turnover meetings and support transition from bid to execution.
• Assist operations in early project planning, budgeting, and buyout strategy as needed.

Knowledge & Skills:

• Minimum of 10 years of experience as a Civil Construction Estimator
• Proven experience leading estimating efforts on complex heavy civil projects
• Demonstrated success managing or mentoring estimators and leading bid teams.
• Strong understanding of:
• Heavy civil means and methods
• Equipment spreads and production rates
• Construction scheduling impacts
• Labor, trucking, and material pricing models
• Risk management and bid strategy
• Advanced understanding of data analysis methods
• Familiarity with civil estimating computer software
• Ability to interpret civil plans, specs, geotechnical reports, contract terms and design documents
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to present to senior leadership
• Highly organized, deadline-driven, and capable of managing multiple concurrent pursuits
• Critical-thinker and problem-solver
• BA in engineering, construction science or similar relevant field
• Experienced with HCSS and Timberline estimating software

Prospect Construction is a Heavy Civil Contractor that specializes in water and wastewater treatment plants, hydraulic structures/facilities, shoring systems, large concrete tanks, pump stations/process facilities, dewatering, major excavations, structural steel, process equipment, and mechanical systems. Prospect began as a General Contractor in 1998, with our first office location in Puyallup Washington. Over the last few decades, Prospect has coupled its expertise in complex projects with its vast level of self-performance to grow into one of the premier treatment plant contractors in the Northwest. This continued growth has allowed Prospect to bring our expertise into new geographical regions, with the establishment of our office in Missoula, Montana in the Fall of 2020 and the opening of our Sheridan, Wyoming Office in the Summer of 2023.

Why do we exist? Prospect Construction seeks to glorify God by providing opportunities for our employees to utilize their unique gifts through construction to benefit and serve our families, stakeholders, and community. What do we do? We construct unique, complex, and challenging projects for our clients throughout the west.

Description Summary:

The Chief Heavy Civil Estimator is responsible for leading the company’s heavy civil estimating strategy, execution, and team development across all offices. This role will oversee a group of estimators operating from a centralized estimating location and will support bids for projects throughout the company’s footprint.

This position is a key leadership role in expanding the company’s heavy civil capabilities into new and existing markets including dams and water resource infrastructure, mass grading, mining support infrastructure, underground utilities, pipelines, and large-scale site development. The Chief Heavy Civil Estimator will produce accurate, complete, and competitive estimates and will build repeatable estimating systems that drive profitable growth.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities for Civil Estimator:

• Lead and manage a team of estimators responsible for heavy civil bids across all offices.
• Assign estimating responsibilities, coordinate workloads, and ensure bid schedules are met.
• Develop and mentor estimating staff through coaching, training, and performance feedback.
• Establish clear estimating workflows, standards, review processes, and deliverables.
• Lead preparation of competitive and complete estimates for heavy civil and large development pursuits.
• Perform detailed quantity takeoffs, pricing, labor and equipment productions, and bid-leveling.
• Develop pricing strategies and collaborate with leadership to determine bid markups, general conditions, contingency, and schedule impacts.
• Coordinate bid reviews and executive-level presentations prior to submission.
• Support expansion into new heavy civil markets and project types including:
• Dams / levees / water infrastructure
• Mass grading / earthwork
• Mining and mine infrastructure
• Wet and dry utilities
• Pipeline – Water/Sewer/Oil/Gas
• Large developments and site infrastructure
• Build estimating models, assemblies, means-and-methods assumptions, and productivity benchmarks for emerging work types.
• Identify equipment needs, subcontractor requirements, and labor production assumptions to support new civil capabilities.
• Ensure all estimates include complete scope coverage, clear assumptions, and appropriate risk allocation.
• Identify project risks and opportunities including logistics, access, production constraints, seasonal impacts, and design ambiguities.
• Support constructability reviews and sequencing concepts that align with execution strategies.
• Ensure the bid complies with owner requirements, bid forms, and proposal instructions.
• Solicit subcontractor pricing and scope input for specialty work (dewatering, drilling, blasting, shoring, etc.).
• Evaluate subcontractor quotes for completeness and accuracy; manage bid leveling and scope alignment.
• Assist in development of strategic partnerships for emerging markets and scopes.
• Maintain and improve a heavy civil cost database including labor, equipment, materials, trucking, and subcontractor benchmarks.
• Track estimate performance and contribute to lessons learned based on job cost results and field feedback.
• Coordinate with operations, project management, and field leadership to validate means/methods and production assumptions.
• Participate in turnover meetings and support transition from bid to execution.
• Assist operations in early project planning, budgeting, and buyout strategy as needed.

Knowledge & Skills:

• Minimum of 10 years of experience as a Civil Construction Estimator
• Proven experience leading estimating efforts on complex heavy civil projects
• Demonstrated success managing or mentoring estimators and leading bid teams.
• Strong understanding of:
• Heavy civil means and methods
• Equipment spreads and production rates
• Construction scheduling impacts
• Labor, trucking, and material pricing models
• Risk management and bid strategy
• Advanced understanding of data analysis methods
• Familiarity with civil estimating computer software
• Ability to interpret civil plans, specs, geotechnical reports, contract terms and design documents
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to present to senior leadership
• Highly organized, deadline-driven, and capable of managing multiple concurrent pursuits
• Critical-thinker and problem-solver
• BA in engineering, construction science or similar relevant field
• Experienced with HCSS and Timberline estimating software

Location:

• Missoula MT, other offices may be considered (Puyallup, WA or Sheridan, WY)

Open date: February 23, 2026

Next review date: Monday, Mar 23, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.

Final date: Tuesday, Jun 30, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.

The University of California, Berkeley Library seeks an innovative and collaborative Metadata Strategies Librarian to improve and transform the discovery of library resources by evaluating and implementing new and emerging workflows, standards, and technologies.

The Environment

The UC Berkeley Library is an internationally renowned research and teaching facility at the nation's premier public university. A highly diverse and intellectually rich environment, Berkeley serves a campus community of 33,070 undergraduate students, 12,812 graduate students, and 1,525 faculty. The Library comprises 20 campus libraries, including the Doe Library, the Moffitt Library, the Bancroft Library, the C.V. Starr East Asian Library, and numerous subject specialty libraries. With a collection of more than 12 million volumes and a collections budget of over $15 million, the Library offers extensive resources in all formats and robust services to connect users with the collections and build their research skills. Discover more about our collections and services at the UC Berkeley Library website.

The Metadata Services department is part of the Collection Services Division (CSD), along with the Acquisitions department and the Preservation department. Metadata Services supports resource discovery and access by cataloging and physically processing library resources in all formats and languages (except Chinese, Japanese, and Korean) for the University (Main) Library and subject specialty libraries. The department also performs database maintenance to ensure accurate metadata and enhance resource discoverability.

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Reporting to the Head of Metadata Services, the Metadata Strategies Librarian will help lead efforts to implement new metadata initiatives and maximize the use of technology and emerging standards to foster workflow efficiency and innovation. This position will develop and contribute to policies, standards, and services that enhance the discoverability of the Library's resources. The librarian will also support the Library's participation in the Program for Cooperative Cataloging (PCC).

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Advanced degree.

Five years of professional cataloging or metadata creation experience using Resource Description and Access (RDA), Library of Congress Subject Headings (LCSH), Library of Congress Classification (LCC), and MARC 21 formats.

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• Experience cataloging information resources in various formats (e.g., print and electronic books and serials, DVD and Blu-ray discs, music and non-music audio recordings, music scores, etc.).
  
• Experience using an integrated library system (ILS), preferably Ex Libris' Alma.
  
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Construction Project Scheduler

'We're all Americaribe'. It means that we share the same culture, expertise & refers to the efforts we take every day to make ourselves operate more tightly and agilely. Our pride, achievements, and experiences have all tied to the minds of teamwork, innovation, and novelty. Talented newcomers with creative and technical skill sets like these, along with an energy and enthusiasm that effectively contribute to team morale, are always needed as Americaribe continues to grow. Beyond the high-level benefits and competitive salary is a plethora of opportunity to accentuate your career path, allowing growth from advanced trainings and experience, provided by Americaribe, to build leadership, versatility, & consistency. Americaribe LLC is known for applying its capacity for technical and commercial innovation, cutting-edge engineering skills and expertise in development to offices, hotels, airports, hospitals, schools, housing, exhibition centers, leisure facilities, etc. Americaribe is the subsidiary of Bouygues Bâtiment International, operating in over twenty countries, also known for combining its networks alongside major contracts with highly added value.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Project Scheduler is responsible for developing, maintaining, and monitoring project schedules to ensure construction projects are delivered on time and within budget. This role collaborates closely with project managers, preconstruction managers, estimators, superintendents, subcontractors, and clients to coordinate timelines, monitor progress, identify risks, and recommend corrective actions when necessary.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Schedule Development & Planning

• Develop detailed baseline schedules using tools such as Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, or similar scheduling software, covering all project phases from RFP/Project Launch through Substantial Completion and Final Turnover.
• Create Work Breakdown Structures (WBS) and define project activities, durations, and sequencing.
• Establish logic-driven critical path (CPM) and identify schedule constraints.
• Resource load schedules with quantities, labor, and cost data when required.
• Prepare schedule narratives documenting assumptions and methodologies.
• Collaborate with project managers, preconstruction managers, field teams and estimators during both preconstruction and construction phases.

Schedule Monitoring & Control

• Conduct site visits to assess and document construction progress.
• Update schedules regularly to reflect actual progress.
• Perform critical path analysis and identify variances.
• Develop recovery schedules when delays occur.
• Perform Time Impact Analyses (TIA) to assess the effects of change orders and scope modifications.

Means & Methods

• Define construction means and methods required to achieve schedule objectives.
• Develop site logistics and Maintenance of Traffic (MOT) plans in 2D or 3D formats.

Reporting & Communication

• Prepare and distribute schedule reports, dashboards, executive summaries, and look-ahead schedules.
• Present schedule status updates to internal stakeholders and clients.
• Provide scheduling input for executive reports and owner meetings.
• Maintain documentation to support claims and delay analyses when required.

Risk Management

• Identify schedule-related risks and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Conduct what-if scenario analysis to evaluate alternative approaches.
• Support dispute resolution efforts through detailed time impact analysis.

Collaboration

• Coordinate with project management, engineering, procurement, and subcontractors to ensure schedule alignment.
• Support resource planning and labor forecasting efforts.
• Ensure alignment between field operations and master project schedules.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, or related field (preferred).

Experience

• 3 to 7+ years of experience in construction scheduling or project controls preferably within the US, South Florida or the Caribbean.
• Experience on commercial, industrial, infrastructure, or residential projects.

Technical Skills

• Advanced proficiency in Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project.
• Strong understanding of construction sequencing means and methods.
• Solid knowledge of Critical Path Method (CPM) scheduling.
• Familiarity with cost control, earned value management (EVM) principles
• Ability to use construction resources data to validate productivity rates and activity durations.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (including Excel), Power BI, Bluebeam is a must.
• Working knowledge of (or willingness to learn) BIM, Revit, AutoCAD, Navisworks, cmBuilder and Synchro 4D.
• Ability to interpret contract documents, drawings, specifications, and scopes of work.
• Ability to perform quick quantity take-offs for scheduling purposes.

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• High level of attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Experience working with multidisciplinary and multicultural teams.
• Innovative mindset with curiosity toward emerging technologies.

PREFERRED CERTIFICATIONS (OPTIONAL)

• PMI Scheduling Professional (PMI-SP).
• Project Management Professional (PMP).
• Planning & Scheduling Professional (PSP) – AACE.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Primarily office-based with regular visits to active construction sites.
• Travel may be required depending on project location.
• Full-time position with occasional extended hours to meet project deadlines.

Americaribe LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer